[Video] Michelle Obama Blows Crowd Away At the DNC

Last night was the first night of the Democratic National Convention and the highlight of the evening was the First Lady Michelle Obama who rocked the house with a passionate, moving speech about President Obama. Dressed in a Tracy Reese dress and J Crew shoes, Michelle showered the audience with personal stories about their family life, their history together and their love for the country they serve.

The self-title “mom-in-chief” touched on everything from President Obama picking her up in a rusted out hooptie when they were dating to their personal experience with high student loan bills that were higher than their mortgages. ‘We were so young, so in love and so in debt’. She also sang his praises, calling him a man of character who measures his success, not by the money he made but how he helps changes the lives of others.

The President wasn’t in attendance for Michelle’s speech because he stayed back in DC to send Sasha off for her first day of high school, however, he looked like a proud husband as he watched the speech with his two daughters from the White House.

Check out a few highlights from Michelle’s DNC speech below, plus video below:

On Life Before the White House
“Our life before moving to Washington was filled with simple joys. Saturdays at soccer games, Sundays at grandma’s house and a date night for Barack and me was either dinner or a movie, because as an exhausted mom, I couldn’t stay awake for both. And the truth is, I loved the life we had built for our girls and I deeply loved the man I had built that life with and I didn’t want that to change if he became president. I loved Barack just the way he was.”

“You see, even though back then Barack was a senator and a presidential candidate, to me, he was still the guy who’d picked me up for our dates in a car that was so rusted out, I could actually see the pavement going by in a hole in the passenger side door. He was the guy whose proudest possession was a coffee table he’d found in a dumpster, and whose only pair of decent shoes was half a size too small.”

On If The White House Has Changed Them
“So when people ask me whether being in the White House has changed my husband, I can honestly say that when it comes to his character, and his convictions, and his heart, Barack Obama is still the same man I fell in love with all those years ago.”

“Well, today, after so many struggles and triumphs and moments that have tested my husband in ways I never could have imagined, I have seen firsthand that being president doesn’t change who you are. No, it reveals who you are.”

“For Barack, success isn’t about how much money you make, it’s about the differences you make in people’s lives.”

On Student loans and health care
When it comes to the health of our families, Barack refused to listen to all those folks who told him to leave health reform for another day, another president. He didn’t care whether it was the easy thing to do politically – that’s not how he was raised – he cared that it was the right thing to do.

He did it because he believes that here in America, our grandparents should be able to afford their medicine . our kids should be able to see a doctor when they’re sick . and no one in this country should ever go broke because of an accident or illness. And he believes that women are more than capable of making our own choices about our bodies and our health care . that’s what my husband stands for.

When it comes to giving our kids the education they deserve, Barack knows that like me and like so many of you, he never could’ve attended college without financial aid. And believe it or not, when we were first married, our combined monthly student loan bills were actually higher than our mortgage. We were so young, so in love, and so in debt.

That’s why Barack has fought so hard to increase student aid and keep interest rates down, because he wants every young person to fulfill their promise and be able to attend college without a mountain of debt.

On her love
I didn’t think it was possible, but today, I love my husband even more than I did four years ago. Even more than I did 23 years ago, when we first met.

I love that he’s never forgotten how he started.

I love that we can trust Barack to do what he says he’s going to do, even when it’s hard – especially when it’s hard.

Now, that’s a woman with style, grace and class. According to CNN, ‘If Barack Obama is re-elected on November 6, he will owe more to his first lady than any president ever to win a second term.’ Michelle’s constant use of the word love, paired with her personal stories helped connect the First Family to the lives of millions of American’s looking for hope and in return, could help them win the election.

She is the epitome of style, grace, class, and any other good word that would apply! She is def putting on for my city! Chicago’s finest Southside born and raised and despite everything bad that happens in my hometown she makes me so proud! Gabby last month and now Michelle, thank God for beautiful black women that show us in the light we deserve!

+19Ike Reply:September 5th, 2012 at 11:12 am

Her speech last night was awesome

+49Vote for Obama Reply:September 5th, 2012 at 10:14 am

Watch the throne at its finest….powerful speech spoken by a true woman of God and faith. Go out and vote people. I know one speech can’t sway your vote but give your vote to a politician who is as real as you are, is as brilliant as he is humble and as tough as he is loving. VOTE FOR OBAMA…*steps off soap box*

Michelle definitely has my vote! Her speech was awesome and inspiring. I loved her she covered all topics that repubs have made an issue…healthcare…birth control…student loans…I also loved how she humbled she spoke on growing up w/ out a lot of money & how her & Barack turned down high paying jobs b/c they wanted to help the less fortunate & rebuild their communities. Gave me chills.

+11PLEASE VOTE 2012 - OBAMA 2012 Reply:September 5th, 2012 at 3:29 pm

LOVED IT TOO!!!

PS. PLEASE GO OUT AND VOTE PEOPLE. ITS LOVELY THAT YOU’RE SUPPORTING THEM ON THE BLOGS AND ALL, BUT IT WILL YOUR VOTES THAT WILL COUNT FOR THE NEXT 4 YEARS

She ain’t even running for president and her speech ate romney up to pieces…. Amazing… Side not during the whole speech am i the only one that could’nt stop looking at her hair ? It deserved a standing ovation of its own

That hair had so much bounce lol I said to myself “Now Dream.. thats a dope chick!!”

+18Britney'sTherapist Reply:September 5th, 2012 at 12:28 pm

Laid actually trended WW during her speech. I almost died laughing. And Those arms.. She got them Angela Basset, Whats Love got to do with it, Arms. Love the First Family & I will be proudly casting my vote for an Obama second term.

Wow look at how big the girls are, my gosh 4 years makes a big difference! They are blossoming into beautiful young ladies just like their mom! I can’t believe Sasha is a teenager and Malia doesn’t seem to be that far behind. And how awesome of Barack to stay behind for her first day of school!!

+4o Reply:September 5th, 2012 at 2:34 pm

They have tall genes from their parents. They look bigger. the younger one looks like she has grown so fast in just four years.

I am in awe of our President and First Lady. We cannot sit back and HOPE that he gets re-elected. We have to make our voices heard. I admire him because he’s the first black president, but I vote for him because I agree with his policies. Educate, Comprehend, and Vote!

I love them too. If there is one thing I know those girls have no excuse not to grow up and be intelligent powerful women. They have such a great example on how to be a WOMAN, in every sense of the word in their mother. And that oldest girl is very pretty. Watch out now Mr. President.

I almost cried as well. It was a beautiful speech that touched on all independent voters. I loved when spoke on the cost of healthcare, women being able to make their own decisions about their bodies, how she & Barack struggled w/ debt & student loans. Loved it! It was like a “POW!” to the elitist that tried to silence women on birth control methods, and costs of healthcare & student loans. Loved…loved…loved it!

ME TOO! I’ve always felt that he deserves 2 terms…hell if we could have him in office longer (to repair the mess we’re in) I would be for it! I am not for the politicking of politics, but The Obama’s just seem like very genuine people. THAT, you can not deny or take from them. Her statement about presidency and it changing you….Man that was right on time! S/N I know one damn thing IF Obama isn’t reelected, I am moving out of THE U.S of A! #dead(a)(s)(s)!

we need more Michelle Obamas dominating the black community, and less Evelyns and Joselines…

she’s not the “baddest bish in the game”..
nor does she have a walk in closet full of red bottoms..
she’s not kept, a concubine, a baby mother, etc to a rich baller or rapper..
she’s not one of these basic angry birds that we as black females are force fed to be “entertained” by (or else be called a “hater”), she’s not a dumb down sista that plays a part to be noticed by nobodies…

she’s a LADY! a classy, educated, motivated, sophisticated, hard working, family orientated, natural, and influential MOTHER and WIFE! she’s also a health nut!!

a facebook friend of mine put it best in his status last night: “Men need women like her to make it out this tax bracket!” #truestory

We have a beautiful first family. The love and admiration I have for their entire family unit is unmatched. Michelle still loves her husband like they are in the newness of their relationship. Michelle is the epitome of who id rather my daughter lookup to be if it wasn’t me. Barack is doing a wonderful job and I pray he is my president for another four years. Sasha and Malia look like well rounded children and that is a testament to their parents wonderful partnership.

Michelle’s hair had more life to it then mitt romney’s speech !!! This woman is the epitome of a strong and confident woman. She knows her husband like nobody else. That was the best speech ever from a 1st lady ! Michelle obama 4 president 2016 ! Everyone please make sure u get out and VOTE !!! 4 more years !!!!

Watch the throne at its finest….powerful speech spoken by a true woman of God and faith. Go out and vote people. I know one speech can’t sway your vote but give your vote to a politician who is as real as you are, is as brilliant as he is humble and as tough as he is loving. VOTE FOR OBAMA…*steps off soap box*

I bet Nicki feels really dumb now: “I’m a Republican, voting for Mitt Romney!” Ma’am, Ann Romney’s speech doesn’t hold a candle to Mrs. Obama’s. Is Michelle on the ballot? If not, she needs to run in 2016 so the Obama family can continue to be in the White House.

Nicki can gtfoh with that mess, especially since she comes from nothing..smh. I’d like her to explain how the economy works and explain to everyone what makes inflation occur since I quote, “that stupid ni$$A is effin up the economy.” She can go ahead and vote for Romney, without being registered? Lol how does that even work? What an idiot.

Loved the speech and loved the dress. Here comes all the hate…I would like her and Megan Good to get them eyebrows together. However, they were looking better than I have seen them. Overall, two thumbs up!

I should have known there would have to be someone to say something NEGATIVE, and it’s funny that YOU @I AM NIKKI said “HERE COMES ALL THE HATE”, because from what I’ve read, the only one that has said anything hateful on this post is YOU, smh. 1st Lady Michelle Obama has so much going for her, that she could walk around with a unibrow and still SLAY.

Thank you so much Necole for posting, i missed it last night. But I tell you this radiant, intelligent, beautiful woman has moved me to me tears, because she knows…our grandmothers and grandfathers struggled so that their children and grandchildren can live better than they did, to have more opportunities than they were ever granted. She is the perfect role model for our daughters and the perfect example of what our sons should be seeking in a mate. I am beyond speechless, if this woman is behind Obama, put me down for 4MORE YEARS!!!!

NOVEMBER 6th where will you be I will be at the polls voting PLEASE VOTE PEOPLE……the speeches lad night had me crying the Kennedy tribute I was done! Michelle’s speech was beautiful……Great 1st night WOW #DNC2012 #BarackTheVote

Oooooohhh chilee…TEARS!!! I watched in much awe and admiration with tears welling in my eyes. So much grace, class, AUTHENTICITY, articulation, ughhhh EVERYTHING. We as foreigners, when we see a woman like Michelle Obama, we aspire for that life. The President and the First Lady has salvaged America in many ways than one. They have definately brought a functional image to the ‘greatest country in the world’. She is always my inspiritation. She is not my first lady but when she or her husband speak, my ears perk up like a German Shepherd’s and I feel like they are talking to me directly. They are the Global FLORUS and POTUS. Yes I feel like a happy fool.

There is much more to her than how beautiful she looked, how perfect her hair was, her clothes, her shoes, etc. She is just the epitome of class, elegance, grace and beauty. She is the big sister that you always wanted, the mom that you can tell anything to and the woman that we, as women, should all admire. She is lovely and speaks so eloquently and is more than supportive of her husband. I think The President is lucky to have her as a wife. I believe that this woman, Mrs. Michelle Obama, exudes confidence and I love that her speech made us all look in awe, shed tears, and even stand proud because she is what a lot of us aspire to be, what a lot of us can be and what a lot of us should be.

I pray people get out and VOTE. President Obama saved this country from falling off a cliff. The rethuglicans decided from day one (they have admitted to doing so) that they would do whatever it takes, lie, lie, lie, to bring him down. Now, as he stands on the cliff we must stand with him and behind him and PUSH BACK HARD AGAINST THE RETHUGLICANS. Do not allow them to push him off the same cliff he saved the American people from falling off of.

If you ever needed proof that every strong man has an even stronger woman by his side. Michelle, Jackie O & Hillary are those public examples. Now if you break down the characteristics and qualities of each woman and what she brought to the table….Michelle O is head and shoulders above the other two. She is quintessentially LOVE, like warmth of a mother & wife she has strong morals, opinions and a brilliant mind. She appeals to EVERYONE! from her striking features to her eloquence, style and charm.

Ooooo! Michelle is just….YESSSS! She gives me chills. I love her speeches, I’ve had the pleasure of actually listening to her speak and it truly is remarkable, even with a teleprompter she can kill a speech and make it her own. She’s truly a genuine woman whose intelligence is just remarkable. Love the Obamas.

Michelle Obama is a First Lady that all Americans can be proud of!! I’m SO proud of our president and his family!!!

sn: Necole, thank you, thank you, thank you for your consistently positive posts. I am sooooooo SICK!! of reading about negativity on urban blogs. Thanks also for not allowing advertisers to post annoying videos on your site—videos that start blaring loudly out of my work computer while I’m trying to sneak in a lil celeb gossip.

It was less of a speech and more of a sit down conversation. It felt so personal… Like she was speaking directly to me. She gave me chills. And at the end, when she made mention to her daughters… The tears just came streaming down. So effortless and classic! Obama ’12!

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